UNICEF at the Internet Governance Forum 2023 ~An equitable digital future built for, with and by today's children and … – 日本ユニセフ協会

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Internet Governance Forum 2023 (IGF2023), hosted by the United Nations, will be held on October 8-12, 2023 at Kyoto International Conference Center (IIC Kyoto). *Register for IGF Kyoto 2023 here
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[PDF] UNICEF at the IGF2023 
Digital advancements are significantly impacting children’s lives and rights. Globally, one-third of children and youth are online. Children’s distinct developmental stage, their often-limited political voice, and the lasting or even transgenerational effects of negative experiences during childhood make their situation unique. The overarching theme of IGF 2023, ‘The Internet We Want’, underscores the importance of creating digital environments that protect, empower and support children.
Digital environments that work for adults may create risks for children. As we shape the Global Digital Compact and other pivotal normative frameworks to govern the digital space, UNICEF welcomes the opportunity to engage with stakeholders to build an equitable digital future that maximizes children’s well-being while mitigating the risks of harm.
UNICEF calls on all stakeholders to:
UNICEF is hosting or contributing to numerous sessions at this year’s IGF – you are warmly invited to participate and connect with our teams.
15:15 – 16:00
UNICEF is mandated by the UN General Assembly to advocate for the protection of children’s rights, to help meet their basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential. We have a presence in over 190 countries and territories. Digital technology is increasingly integral to children’s lives, and consequently, it is central to our work.
UNICEF leverages the digital environment to support children’s rights, while also assisting governments in addressing emerging risks. This includes efforts in legal and policy reform, education, capacity development, and systems strengthening.
UNICEF designs and supports multi-country research on how children interact with digital technologies and engages with businesses and other stakeholders to better understand challenges and opportunities in relation to children’s rights. We analyze the impact of emerging trends in technology and frontier technologies on children. UNICEF also works for and with children to include their voices and opinions in discussions that shape the internet they want and need.
Based on these insights, we offer guidance and future-oriented policy recommendations for both governments and industry; convene stakeholders to facilitate dialogue; and raise awareness on emerging child rights issues in relation to the digital environment.
The following is a list of selected UNICEF publications of particular relevance for IGF 2023 attendees.
UNICEF
Afrooz Kaviani Johnson akavianijohnson@unicef.org
Josianne Galea Baron jgaleabaron@unicef.org
Steven Vosloo svosloo@unicef.org
Japan Committee for UNICEF
Information and Public Affairs
E-mail jcuinfo@unicef.or.jp Tel. +81-(0)3-5789-2016
 
updated on Sep 26, 2023
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